Material Handler

Job Description

This role focuses on coordinating yard operations and handling inventory as a forklift operator on first shift in Bettendorf, Iowa. You will move products throughout the yard in outdoor conditions, support customer orders by accurately picking and staging materials, and help maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

Responsibilities

• Operate a sit-down forklift to move products safely and efficiently throughout the yard and shop areas.
• Serve as the yard coordinator by organizing materials, maintaining inventory locations, and ensuring products are easy to access.
• Work in outdoor elements daily, handling and transporting materials in various weather conditions.
• Pick customer-prescribed orders accurately by reading inventory labels and following order documentation.
• Perform general labor and material handling tasks, including loading, unloading, and staging products.
• Lift and move heavy items up to 75 lbs on a regular basis while following safe lifting practices.
• Learn and operate overhead cranes and other material handling equipment as needed.
• Use hand and power tools when required to support pipe fabrication or related shop tasks.
• Maintain a clean and organized yard and shop area, keeping walkways and workspaces free of hazards.
• Interact professionally with customers when needed, supporting a positive service experience.
• Follow all safety procedures, including proper use of required personal protective equipment and adherence to facility rules.
• Collaborate with a small team to meet daily production and shipping goals and support overall shop operations.

Essential Skills

• 1–2 years of experience operating a sit-down forklift in a warehouse, yard, or industrial environment.
• Proven ability to perform material handling and general labor tasks safely and efficiently.
• Capability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions on a daily basis.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs regularly as part of daily duties.
• Comfort reading inventory labels, order forms, and basic documentation to pick and stage orders accurately.
• Willingness to learn overhead crane operation and additional material handling equipment.
• Reliable work habits with a focus on safety, organization, and teamwork.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Knowledge of the water or wastewater industry, plumbing expereince, or experience in pipe fabrication is a plus.
• Experience using hand and power tools in an industrial or construction setting is beneficial.
• Customer-facing experience and comfort interacting with customers is a nice-to-have.
• Ability to adapt to a busy, machinery-heavy environment and follow shop procedures.
• Interest in developing skills that can lead to advancement into a service technician role over time.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bettendorf, IA.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Bettendorf,IA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 18, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.